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Futsal Gold Cup Kicks Off with Thrilling Matches
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Futsal Gold Cup Kicks Off with Thrilling Matches

From ABC Color · (1h ago) Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • The 2026 Futsal Gold Cup began with 14 teams competing in the main metropolitan futsal tournament.
  • Reigning champion 29 de Septiembre narrowly avoided withdrawal, eventually playing and losing to Simón Bolívar 6-3.
  • Other matches saw Sportivo José Meza defeat Cerro Corá 2-1, and Artemios FC beat Deportivo Primor 4-2, while Deportivo Atenas and Independiente drew 2-2.

The 2026 Futsal Gold Cup, the premier metropolitan futsal championship, has kicked off with considerable excitement. Fourteen teams are vying for the title, promising a season filled with thrilling matches and intense competition.

The defending champions, 29 de Septiembre, faced a near departure from the tournament. However, they managed to reschedule their opening match and ultimately competed, though they suffered a 6-3 defeat against Simón Bolívar in Trinidad. This close call highlights the challenges teams face even at the highest level of the sport.

Other notable results from the opening weekend include Sportivo José Meza's hard-fought 2-1 victory over Cerro Corá, and Artemios FC's convincing 4-2 win against Deportivo Primor. In Group B, Deportivo Atenas and Independiente de Barrio Obrero played out an exciting 2-2 draw, showcasing the competitive balance in that division.

The tournament is set to continue with the second round of matches starting this Tuesday, promising more action for futsal enthusiasts. The schedule includes a televised match between Fomento de Barrio Obrero and 12 de Junio, underscoring the growing interest and visibility of futsal in the region.

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Originally published by ABC Color in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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